Montana conservation group bought 70,000-acre ranch once owned by Texas billionaires

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American Prairie's recent acquisition of Anchor Ranch in Montana expanded its land portfolio by 70,000 acres. With a vision to establish the largest nature preserve in the Lower 48, the purchase also includes part of Bullwhacker Road, enhancing access to public lands. Although some critics raise concerns about increased land values impacting ranching profitability, the current ranching families le